Trading Post for December 18, 2024
Old School Countertop Popcorn Machine, excellent working condition asking $22 call or text 903.440.5523 for picture or question. Ford Diesel tractor with hay spear on back, $4900. 16 ft flatbed trailer, $1000. 903 717 1194 Real nice Blouses, sweaters and pants $10 each. 903 885 2735 For Sale: a 7.5′ pre lit Christmas tree. “Used only one year.” It has LED lighting with three different modes, including flashing....
Paris District Road Report for Week of December 16, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Dec. 16, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such...
New TxDOT Safety Initiative taps into the Lone Star Spirit
‘Drive like a Texan’ encourages safe behavior while driving December 15, 2024 – PARIS — People in Texas take pride in who they are. From holding the door open for a stranger to lending a helping hand to a neighbor, being a Texan is a way of life. But too many times, drivers leave that Lone Star spirit behind when they get on the road, which can often result in preventable crashes. To help instill that Texas spirit on the road,...
Try Heavy Hitter Okra in 2025 From Master Gardener David Wall
December 15, 2024 – Many gardeners have grown okra never thinking past Clemson Spinless which are good out to 4”. While they can grow to 8”, flavor goes down and toughness goes up, making pods tough to chew and swallow! Other varieties such as Louisiana are good to 10” but will grow to 16”. With spineless okra as a standard, pods on an individual stem are mostly 1-2. Jambalaya okra may have 4 pods at any one time. There is,...
Phase 42 FY 2024 in Federal Emergency Management Funds
Hopkins County has been chosen to receive $ 11,500 for Phase 42 FY 2024 in Federal Emergency Management Funds to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the County. The selection was made by a national board that is chaired by the US Department of Homeland Security. The local board was charged to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high need areas around the...
Keep Holiday Parties Festive, Always Find A Sober Ride
Drunk driving crashes peak during the holiday season. December 12, 2024 – AUSTIN – Thousands of Texas families are devastated by drunk driving crashes every year, and the problem gets worse during the holidays. In fact, one in four traffic deaths across the state are caused by drunk drivers, and that ratio increases to 28% during the holiday period. When asked in a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) survey, the majority...
Trading Post for December 11, 2024
Real nice Blouses, sweaters and pants $10 each. 903 885 2735 For Sale: a 7.5′ pre lit Christmas tree. “Used only one year.” It has LED lighting with three different modes, including flashing. Asking $75 for it. If interested, or for more info., please call 903-488-3711, or 903-348-6413… … … For Sale: a binder with NASCAR trading cards in it. Located at the KSST studios. Make me an offer I...
Cooper Lake Supervisor Aron Maib Chatted About Christmas in the Park on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, Cooper Lake State Park Supervisor Aron Maib visited with John Mark. The two chatted about Christmas in the Park coming up December 13th and 14th. The two also discuss the kid’s fishing day at Cooper Lake coming up on December 21st, a traditional hike held on New Year’s Day, and a lot more. Check out this exciting episode to learn what’s...
The 2024 Lions Club Lighted Christmas Parade Marched Through Sulphur Springs December 6th
December 11, 2024 – The 2024 Lions Club Lighted Christmas Parade marched through downtown Sulphur Springs, Texas, on Friday, December 6, 2024. The event went off without any problems and was a big hit. Below is KSST’s coverage of the Christmas Parade. KSST’s James Terry offers commentary throughout the exciting parade. Be sure to check it out! Merry...
Wildcats Played Liberty-Eylau in Basketball December 3rd at Wildcat Gym
December 10, 2024 – Sulphur Springs High School Wildcats played Liberty-Eylau in basketball competition December 3rd, 2024, in Wildcat Gym in Sulphur Springs, Texas. Below is KSST’s coverage of this exciting game. Sports Director John Mark Dempsey called Play by Play and Tony Flippin returned to provide Color Commentary. Be sure to check out the exciting action below. Lady Cats take on Hooks December 13th, 2024 in Sulphur...
